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Quote on Wealth and Poverty by Leo Tolstoy

„Wealth is a great sin in the eyes of God. Poverty is a great sin in the eyes of man.“

Leo TolstoiIn this quote, Leo Tolstoy contrasts the religious judgment of wealth with society’s judgment of poverty.
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Russian writer, thinker, and philosopher, known for his critical social analysis.

The quote contrasts religious and social judgments of wealth and poverty, inviting reflection on society’s moral standards.


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Leo Tolstoi quote about wealth and poverty

Leo Tolstoy (1828–1910) was a Russian writer, philosopher, and social reformer, famous for his novels like "War and Peace" and "Anna Karenina." He also engaged politically and ethically, rejecting violence and advocating for pacifism.

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